The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
$171
Average price
$175
Fastest journey
5 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
680 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Rotterdam will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $171.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nantes for Rotterdam on Fri, Feb 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 680 km distance in an average of 6 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 58 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nantes to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 422 miles (680 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€195 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €329 Average price |
6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nantes to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Rotterdam trains for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8912 · 7569+ 19719+ 9559 | 8:04 AM Nantes station | 8h13 | 4:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
8912+ 9339 | 8:04 AM Nantes station | 5h58 | 2:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8868+ 9351 | 10:04 AM Nantes station | 5h58 | 4:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:08 AM Nantes | 6h24 | 12:32 PM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Rotterdam
Trains from Nantes to Rotterdam run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $119 (€95) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 422 miles (680 km) distance in 5h 58m.
Distance 422 miles (680 km) |
Average train duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $119 (€95) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 58m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 22:21 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Nantes to Rotterdam trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Rotterdam from $35 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Rotterdam by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Rotterdam
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
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